Account Executive, Networks

Job Description

Scripps Networks is looking for a driven sales professional to join our team. This Account Executive is responsible for driving Scripps Advertising Sales revenue by prospecting, maintaining and growing partnerships with Small and Medium Businesses and Independent Agencies (SMBI) by leveraging the Scripps portfolio including but not limited to Linear, CTV, Advanced TV, Sponsorships and Marketing.

Although the team is headquartered in New York City, this role can be based in any of the following locations:
• New York City, NY
• Washington DC
• Baltimore, MD
• Tampa, FL
• Miami, FL
• Atlanta, GA
• Chicago, IL
• Milwaukee, WI
• Denver, CO
• Detroit, MI
• Las Vegas, NV
• Los Angeles, CA
• San Diego, CA
• Houston, TX

A DAY IN THE LIFE:
• Drive cross platform sales across Small and Medium Sized businesses as well as Independent Agencies.
• Create, develop and maintain strong working relationships directly to clients and Agency partners.
• Effectively research and cultivate new business targets.
• Negotiate and maintain upfront and scatter deals with clients. Meet partners needs by managing inventory and schedules and assuring marketing objectives are met.
• Present and position the Scripps Networks portfolio and the value it offers clients by using research, marketing opportunities and delivery platforms.
• Message Networks goals and strategies to clients and manage expectations.
• Maintain a thorough and extensive knowledge of the marketplace including category and industry trends as well as competitive capabilities.
• Collaborate with Pricing & Planning team to manage and maximize inventory optimization.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• Bachelor's Degree
• Previous media sales experience with growth business preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of national media experience
• Computer knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and PowerPoint

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Detail oriented and meets deadlines on a regular basis
• Results-oriented and consistent achievement of established goals

WHAT WE'LL OFFER:
• A career path to grow your professional experiences
• Full benefits; medical, dental and vision
• Retirement savings plan with company match

COMPENSATION RANGE:
Annual Salary: $185,000.00 - 200000

Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in New York.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
• A career path to grow your professional experiences
• Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-yjpbw3-18-97-14-85-42 in your application.